WEXPRO CO - B.W. MUSSER Gas Extraction Facility, Moffat County, Colorado

WEXPRO CO - B.W. MUSSER is a gas extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, about 46 miles northwest of Craig. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It is part of the extensive gas infrastructure in the United States, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility operates in a region with significant natural gas production, typical of the Rocky Mountain area. Gas extraction facilities in this region often involve wellheads, gathering lines, and processing equipment. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with safety standards, including operating pressure limits and integrity management programs. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area of northwestern Colorado, characterized by sagebrush steppe and low population density. The primary environmental considerations for gas extraction include methane emissions, water usage, and potential impacts on local wildlife. The facility's remote location reduces direct exposure to populated areas, but it still must adhere to state and federal environmental regulations.

The facility is situated in a remote, semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, with low population density and sensitive sagebrush ecosystems. Gas extraction operations in such areas must manage methane leakage, water consumption, and habitat disruption. The facility's distance from urban centers reduces immediate human health risks, but cumulative impacts from regional oil and gas development are a concern.